What Is Textkernel?
Textkernel is a Dutch HR technology company (acquired by CareerBuilder) that provides AI-powered tools for parsing resumes, matching candidates to jobs, and analyzing labor market data. Their products include Extract! (resume parsing), Search & Match (semantic search), and Jobfeed (labor market intelligence).
Resume formatting is available through Textkernel but it's part of their broader parsing pipeline — not a standalone product. This matters because your agency's needs determine which tool makes sense.
Feature Comparison
iReformat vs Textkernel Comparison
| Feature | iReformat | Textkernel |
|---|---|---|
| Primary function | AI resume formatting | Parsing, matching, labor market data |
| Resume formatting | Core product — AI-powered | Secondary feature via parsing pipeline |
| Template customization | Full drag-and-drop editor | Limited template options |
| Resume parsing | Basic (formatting-focused) | Advanced — 29 languages |
| Candidate matching | No | Yes — semantic AI matching |
| Labor market intelligence | No | Yes (Jobfeed product) |
| CRM integrations | Bullhorn, API | Bullhorn, SAP, Oracle, 100+ via API |
| Blind CV / anonymization | Yes | Yes |
| Setup time | Minutes | Weeks to months |
| Pricing model | Transparent, monthly | Enterprise custom pricing |
| Typical deal size | $50-500/mo | $1,000-10,000+/mo |
| Target customer | SMB staffing agencies | Enterprise HR & staffing |
Parsing Platform vs. Formatting Tool
The fundamental difference: Textkernel is an HR data platform that happens to format resumes. iReformat is a formatting tool that happens to parse resume data. If your primary need is extracting candidate data for search and matching, Textkernel is built for that. If your primary need is converting resumes into branded documents quickly, iReformat is built for that.
Most staffing agencies under 100 recruiters find their bottleneck is formatting — not parsing. They need resumes that look professional, match their brand, and are ready for client submission. That's iReformat's core competency.
Pricing Reality
Textkernel operates on enterprise pricing with custom quotes. Based on industry data:
- Textkernel: Custom enterprise pricing, typically $1,000-$10,000+/month depending on modules, volume, and integrations. Annual contracts standard.
- iReformat: Transparent pricing accessible to agencies of any size. Month-to-month options available. No enterprise minimums.
Consideration: If you're evaluating Textkernel, you likely need their parsing or matching capabilities — not just formatting. If formatting is your primary need, you'll save significantly with a purpose-built tool.
When Textkernel Makes Sense
- Your agency processes resumes in multiple languages (29 languages supported)
- You need semantic candidate-job matching capabilities
- Labor market intelligence is part of your strategy
- You're an enterprise operation with 100+ recruiters
- You need deep integration with SAP, Oracle, or other enterprise HR systems
When iReformat Makes Sense
- Your primary pain point is formatting speed — not parsing or matching
- You need branded, client-ready resumes in under 60 seconds
- Your agency has 1-200 recruiters and needs affordable, quick-to-deploy tooling
- Template customization and brand consistency are priorities
- You want a tool that works within minutes, not months, of signing up
Verdict
Textkernel and iReformat solve different problems. Textkernel is an enterprise HR data platform for organizations that need parsing, matching, and market intelligence. iReformat is a focused formatting tool for staffing agencies that need branded resumes fast. For most small-to-mid agencies, the choice comes down to whether you're solving a data problem (Textkernel) or a formatting problem (iReformat).